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Tuesday, February 28, 2017

Feeding a baby isn’t as simple as feeding a toddler or a child. Since they’re in very early stages of development, it’s critical that you feed your baby the right nutrients and minerals to see them grow healthily. There are many different things you need to know, and this guide will go through most of the basics on baby nutrition. You might think that you can just feed your child the baby food that you find on shelves at a supermarket and you’d be somewhat right, but your child deserves better.

Important Note About Diets

Let’s make this clear first; do not feed your baby based on a diet that you personally follow. If you are vegan, don’t feed your child purely vegan food to follow in your footsteps. There’s an article on usatoday.com that reports about a baby that was fed a strict vegan diet because of his parents. The doctors found the baby was severely malnourished and his calcium and iron levels were very low. The baby was eventually removed from the parents and he is now recovering from his ordeal.

Ever heard of the phrase “Let your hair down”? It's actually an idiom which means, allow yourself to behave much more freely than usual and enjoy yourself. It is mostly advised to us at times when people sees us too stressed out either at work or going through our personal lives,

To give us much more reason to be carefree, we must be confident on how we look and feel. Take time to take care of your appearance and take extra attention to your hair. Hair is considered as our crowning glory, hence, it is pertinent that we start with it. Here are a few tips in maintaining a healthy hair.

Observe good hygiene all the time – regularly wash your hair to remove dirt and grimes.

Use towel to dry off your hair after shower – Using hair dryer can cause damage to your hair; if you must use the heat then do so sparingly.

Eat the proper nutrition- Our hair is also dependent on what we eat. Iron-rich food and protein strengthens your hair.

Have enough sleep – Lack of sleep can cause hair loss. Sleeping allows our hair to repair and regenerate. Changes in our sleeping patterns have shown to affect our body’s immune and hormone function, as well as our physical and mental stamina. Our hair is very sensitive to these changes within the body.

Novuhair, nature’s answer to hair loss is made of 19 Natural ingredients which includes herbal components such as moringaoleifera, panax ginseng, virgin coconut oil and the natural essences of rosemary and peppermint.

Novuhair nourishes the scalp and hair by increasing the flow of nutrients and improving blood circulation to the scalp. Novuhair also helps hydrate the scalp, maintain the hair’s natural luster and prevent early hair graying, hair dryness and itching. #LoveYourHairwithNovuhair

Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion, Shampoo and Conditioner are available in all Mercury Drug Stores and other leading drug stores nationwide. For more information visit www.novuhair.com, like the brand’s official Facebook Page at Novuhair Official, follow it on Twitter at @NovuhairNatural and on Instagram @novuhairofficial. You may also call the Novuhair hotlines at 4136570 and 09228830575 and order online at Lazada and regaloservice.com.

This post is actually a guide to modern home improvements. More specifically, it’s about how changing your view on the property can encourage you to get more out of it. Both as a family home, and as a financial investment.

Let’s face it; a happy home that offers great resale potential is a dream shared by all homeowners. Focus on these aspects below, and you’ll be set to enjoy the best of both worlds.

Sunday, February 26, 2017

When I found out that Tupperware Brands Philippines is having a Hello Kitty Collection, Athena, Brianna and I got soo excited. So just imagine the happiness we felt last Valentine's Day when we received a huge box containing all their limited edition Hello Kitty Collection!

The temptation of opening the box was almost hard to bare, Athena and Brianna wanted to open it right away but we patiently waited until Saturday (my rest day) before we finally unboxed it!

Let’s talk coffee. Do you like yours from Starbucks, are you hooked on instant, or do you love to chug gas station coffee? Whatever your preferences, there’s nothing quite like sipping on a perfect cup of coffee to start your day. If you don’t go to bed and wake up looking forward to a fresh brew, then you don’t know what it’s like to have a perfect, or close-to-perfect cup of coffee. So what goes into making the perfect coffee?

Here are a couple of tips, pointers, and tricks you can use to make the perfect coffee.

Saturday, February 25, 2017

DIY is either a relaxing weekend activity or a stressful work project depending on how you approach the whole ordeal. If it’s your first time getting stuck in with renovation work on your home, the prospect of it all can seem quite daunting; this is your house, and you don’t want to mess up. Of course, you might be getting a little bit ahead of yourself and thinking about what the overall task will demand of you. The best way to approach a new build, whether you’re doing work on a minor or a major scale, is to take a deep breath and think about the process step by step. Here are some tips for getting started with improving your home by hand.

We all have things we don't like to do but that need to be done. It could be doing the laundry or driving to the store. Sometimes, you can get someone else to do it, so long as you do something they don't like. But you often just have to suck it up and get it done, especially if it's a pressing matter. Still, having to suffer through something you don't like can be a drag. You would rather not have to do it at all, but since you do have to do it, you might as well try to make it less awful. So what can you do to help you deal with it?

Friday, February 24, 2017

With so many kids now owning a tablet, it won’t be long before your little one asks you for one. And while a tablet does have a wealth of benefits to your child’s development, it can open them up to the internet with all its risks. Therefore, you need to be so careful to keep your kid protected. Also, a tablet comes with a hefty price tag, so you don’t want to make the wrong decision with the device.

Is it the year that you’re planning on revamping your interiors? If so, it can be tricky to know how to go about updating your home. Budget restrictions, time pressure, and even idea inspiration, can all hold us back. Take a look at some of these ideas for modernizing your interiors. They range from cheap and easy, to more expensive and time consuming...

A house and a home are not the same things. While you live in a house, you feel safe and happy in your home. This has to do with creating a positive feeling under your roof, a feeling that keeps your mind at peace. Keeping ahead of your home maintenance and renovation works is an essential requirement to keep the house safe, but the positive energy comes from your own décor arrangements and how you choose to divide space. While it may sound a little simplistic, how you feel in your home will actually define how you feel in your skin and your life: Positivity is essential to your well-being and your happiness. Follow this guideline to make your house a happy home.

Thursday, February 23, 2017

Everyone knows that having a nice home to live in is one of the very best pleasures in the world. But when you have little ones too, this can be anything but easy to achieve. Not only do you need to make it a safe environment for your kids to live in. But you also need to make sure that they don't reek havoc on the interior when they are playing and horsing around. That is why you need to childproof your property. Read on to find out how.

Your home should be the most comfortable and safe place in the world. But that doesn't mean that things are always going to be perfect. After all, life is filled with its ups and downs, and you've got to be ready to deal with problems when they appear. To help you make sure that you're never left in any sticky situations, here are a few of the most common household problems, and you can deal with them.

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

As a mother, I’m sure you know just how much household work there is to do every single week. It never seems to get any easier, does it?! But the good new is that you shouldn’t have to do all the household yourself. I’m sure your partner already helps you out from time to time. Could you do with a little extra help? Well, why not get your kids involved! No matter how old your children are, they will be able to help you out with small jobs and tasks. They may not be so keen, though! But here are some great ideas to get kids of all ages working around the house.

While having and raising a child is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have, it can certainly be expensive! There are countless couples and single parents out there who are struggling to cover the cost of raising a child, and many more who are afraid to have a child at all in case they aren’t able to afford it! While nothing can make being a parent cheap, there are certain things you can do to relieve some of the strain…

When planning meals for the family, I find myself getting stuck in a rut. Some families end up having a certain meal for each day of the week, and they just repeat the same menu every seven days. While this might be a convenient way to eat, it's not very exciting. If you're bored of having the same things again and again, it's easy to start mixing things up. And it doesn't have to take up a lot of your time or energy. When it's time for a change, consider the tips below to make your family meals more interesting.

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Buying gifts for a teenager can be a nightmare. Teenagers don’t know what they want most of the time so how are you supposed to know? While they can be uncommunicative and difficult, they know exactly how to communicate when it comes to technology. Life is all about image for some and for teenagers, it’s imperative to fit into the best your wallet can stretch to. Of course, teach them about gratitude and about finances, but understand that fitting in is important to them and that means some seriously great tech!

A road trip can be exhausting – especially if you’re carrying kids on board. Fortunately, there are lots of apps available that can make your car journey easier and more entertaining. Here are just a handful of apps worth equipping your phone with next time you hit the road.

Monday, February 20, 2017

This month of hearts, love is truly in the air! Surprise your loved ones with gorgeous Valentine’s themed Baskin-Robbins ice cream cakes made with their favorite flavors. Top it off with a sweet message and choose the design, shape, and size of your cake for that personal touch. Apart from ice cream cakes, you can also treat your special someone to Baskin-Robbins’ indulgent beverages, frozen delights and a wide variety of ice cream flavors. Every day is a celebration with Baskin-Robbins! Visit Baskin-Robbins shops at Central Square, Bonifacio High Street, Uptown Place Mall, and SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 5 in Makati; Fairview Terraces, Trinoma Mall and SM North (Main Building and The Block) in Quezon City; SM Southmall in Las Pinas; Solenad in Sta Rosa, Laguna; SM Dasmariñas in Cavite; and SM Pampanga.

For more updates, check out www.baskinrobbins.ph or its social media accounts: facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph, Twitter, and Instagram @baskinrobbinsph.

Let’s face it: all of us like to get out and about with the children. It can get quite claustrophobic when you stay indoors with your children a lot, the children can get bored, they could end up watching too much TV, the house gets messy, you have to clean up the mess and can’t supervise the children as much as you would like, and more importantly, staying indoors all day can quickly eat through your energy bills with the heating on, water being run and electric being used for long periods of time.

So, taking our children outdoors is an option which many moms choose over staying inside all day. Sure, there are times when we pretty much have to stay indoors either because of really bad weather, we are waiting for a delivery, we do not feel our usual self, or our children may have a mild illness and you do not want to make it worse by going outside. But, we all love to get outdoors with our kids.

Being a mom is something else. It’s unlike any feeling in the world. When your first baby comes along, it all changes everything, and I mean everything! While there are countless amounts of baby forums online, you don’t really know if everything you are feeling is the same as everyone else, after all, we’re all different. There are people that tell you how to do certain things, and strangers are quick to criticize if you are doing something “wrong” and doctors tell you that you shouldn’t be exercising during pregnancy, and then you should. It’s all such conflicting information that you can feel full to the brim before your baby is born. So I thought, for any parents to be, or new parents that are reading this blog (and if you are, then your baby must be asleep, in which case, congratulations), here’s some advice for the first few weeks.

Sunday, February 19, 2017

As a working mom to three kids, one of my constant concern is what to give them for baon or snack time. It's a good thing that they like bread, it's my to go to baon, I just fill it with their favorite sandwich spread and voila, they already have an instant snack! And, when it comes to bread, Gardenia has been our household staple. I make sure that there's always at least one loaf of white bread at home, we love how soft and creamy it is, perfect with any sandwich spread or filling.

Recently, I found out about Gardenia Pocket Sandwich, it's Gardenia's newest product making snack time more convenient and hassle free especially for on the go mom's like me. Gardenia Pocket Sandwich is the same classic white bread that we love, pre-filled with 2 of our favorite fillings, rich chocolate, and luscious milky peanut butter, that's baked fresh everyday and individually sealed to lock in its goodness.

Aside from being delicious, this Gardenia Pocket Sandwich is also packed with vitamins and nutrients.

Gardenia Pocket Sandwich - Chocolate

High in iron, folate, vitamin b1 and source of vitamin A. This pocket sandwich is high in Iron and folate which contributes to normal formation of red blood cells & hemoglobin; Vitamin B1 which helps release energy from proteins, fats & carbohydrates; it is also a source of Vitamin A which is essential for the function of the eyes.

Gardenia Pocket Sandwich - Peanut Butter

High in iron, vitamin B1, B2, and A. This pocket sandwich is high in iron which contributes to normal formation of red blood cells & hemoglobin; Vitamin B1 and B2 which helps release energy from proteins, fats & carbohydrates; and vitamin A which is essential for the function of the eyes.

With the new Gardenia Pocket Sandwich, I spend less time preparing their snack and spend more fun times with my kids. It's pocket-handy which allows us to enjoy our favorite sandwich anytime and anywhere!

Now, I need not to worry about what to give my kids for snack in between playtime or school break. The only thing we have to worry about is what flavor to choose! I also bring one with me on my way to work so I don't go hungry especially when I get stuck in a traffic jam.

Gardenia Pocket Sandwich is available in leading supermarkets nationwide for only Php 15.00 each.

Don't forget to grab one today and keep the fun going!

For more details and updates you can visit Gardenia on their website, http://www.gardenia.com.ph/or follow them on Facbook,https://www.facebook.com/gardeniaph/

Music lovers will surely rejoice because nowadays cheap music instruments are just a click away. One need not to go through different music stores to purchase their music instruments and equipment such as guitars, effects, basses, guitar amplifiers, iOS, keyboards, drums, live sound, DJ, microphones, recording, band and orchestra, folk, accessories, and more. Plus most offer free shipping on almost everything!

There is nothing more devastating in life than losing a loved one. Whether it was a parent, sibling, child, friend or partner; losing someone you loved can cause you to feel an abhorrent amount of emotions, some of which you may have never experienced before. Unfortunately, there is no way of knowing how we will react either because bereavement makes us behave completely differently. However, it is imperative to remember that there is no right or wrong way to react, there is only the natural way. Bereavement may hit you all at once, or it may be years before you start going through the grieving process. It changes. Nonetheless, we have come up with some advice to help you deal with bereavement, or offer assistance to someone you know that is suffering.

Going on holiday is great for all the family. Parents can relax on the beach while the kids go off for a paddle or build a sandcastle. Unfortunately, it isn’t all plain sailing, and not every holiday always goes to plan. In some cases, families can be faced with some emergencies. No one wants to go through an emergency situation at any point, but while they are abroad and meant to be lounging on a beach on the Costa Del Sol, it can feel like the worst time for things to take a turn for the worse. So what happens when an emergency occurs on holiday? There is no point asking what 999 is in Spanish! Here is how you can deal with some of the most common holiday emergencies.

Saturday, February 18, 2017

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, or so we’d led to believe. When that quote first became popular, it was a different time - we’re talking over fifty years ago - the world was a completely different place. Women were purely homemakers and mothers who waited at home for their husbands - it was a different time, and the world was a totally different place.

Despite the fact that the world has changed a lot in the past fifty years or so, us girls still love diamonds. For generations, those bright, glitzy, sparkling stones have captured our hearts, drawing us into a lifelong love affair. But what is it about diamonds that we love - what is it that makes them the perfect timeless accessory? Why do we lust over diamonds when there are so many other beautiful gemstones to choose from?

It’s a universal truth that being a mom is totally exhausting, and almost everything else pretty much has to take a back seat. Whether it’s teenagers or toddlers that take up your time, it can feel like we don’t even have time to brush our hair or wash our own clothes, never mind consider makeup. With so little sleep, it can be pretty difficult to pull off the no makeup look and still look stylish. But all is not lost - here are a few things even the busiest mothers can do to get that chic mom style.

From the moment you become a mom, you also become an early riser. Babies and children don’t always sleep well, and even when they do, they always seem to get up early. So once you become a parent, for the most part, you can kiss goodbye to those lovely lay-ins, snuggled up in your comfy, cozy bed. Which means that it’s important to become a morning person - as learning to love getting up earlier will make those hectic school run mornings that little bit easier.

The question is, of course, how can you go about doing that - learning to love early mornings? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with my list of tips and ideas for learning to become more of a morning person.

Friday, February 17, 2017

If the time has come for a new home, then the chances are that you’re in the process of thinking about your options. Whether you’ve rented until now and are finally able to afford a home or your own or have a house of your own but have begun to outgrow it, it doesn’t matter. All that matters is that you end up with a property that’s perfect for your family and is exactly, what you want (and need) it to be.

With that in mind, perhaps it could be worth considering building your next home yourselves, rather than buying a ready-built property. This might sound like a lot of hard work and stress, and at times it can be, but there are a lot of reasons why building tops buying when it comes to bagging that perfect family home. Intrigued as to what makes building a better option? Then read on for everything that you need to know!

When we look at our home, we can always find something that’s wrong with it. We spend days and hours fixing up our home, but we can always find an aspect that’s just not right. And although many problems can be fixed, if our home is just too dark, that can be a big problem for many. When we first look at our home, it may have been something we simply overlook, maybe because it was a dark and dingy day. But something like having a bit more daylight in your home is really important. Sunshine is beneficial to our health because of the amount of vitamin D it provides, which is really good for fighting off illness but is now more important to our health than we realize because an adequate dose does a lot for our mood too. How can we get more sunshine into our home?

The average parent knows that a child’s bedroom can go from sparkling clean to garbage dump dirty in the blink of an eye. After all, kids are interested in playing and enjoying life; they don’t have much time for cleaning up and organizing their room, so it doesn’t take long for toys to be strewn all over the floor, stains to appear and mess to accumulate.

If you’re a mom who’s sick and tired of the state of your kid’s room, don’t despair; here are some simple tips you can use to help keep your kids’ bedrooms clean and tidy:

Thursday, February 16, 2017

If you’re a mom, you’re probably used to putting other people before yourself. To be a mother, you have to sacrifice a lot, but that doesn’t mean losing sight of what’s important to you. Every mother can learn valuable life lessons from welcoming children into their family. Sometimes, it takes a while to recognize them. If you’re expecting or you have children already, here are some of the most important life lessons moms can learn.

Last February 7, 2016, I attended the launch of Boston-based New Balance Athletics, Inc. new model of shoes, the 247 Sport. The event was held in Manam, Bonifacio Global City. The new model was designed with the modern urban lifestyle in mind, classic New Balance quality and craftsmanship is fused with modern performance-inspired details for a contemporary new style. The New Balance 247 Sport is already available at New Balance, www.newbalance.com and global retailers beginning February 4 (for specific markets) and February 11 (for EMEA and Philippines) for a retail price of P4,595.

Wednesday, February 15, 2017

When you think about moving house, you probably focus on the time it takes to pack up all your belongings and sort out your bills. Moving is notoriously stressful, especially if you’ve had a rollercoaster ride trying to buy a new home or sell your current property. When you’re buying, it can be emotionally draining when sales fall through or you can’t afford the dream home. But trying to sell your house can be equally fraught. You could have buyers pull out of the sale, or you the process may take longer than you hoped. If you’re hoping to move, here are some tips to help you survive selling your home.

If you have decided to move into an old house, it’s important to get a real picture of the advantages and the inconveniences of old properties. Indeed, while you may know that you won’t find the same energy-efficient solutions in old buildings than you would in a modern house, there are a few factors to keep in mind as a homeowner. So, before you can fully appreciate your new home, it’s helpful to understand the potential issues that are awaiting you, and to make the most of your advantages too!

From the moment they pop your newborn in your arms you are handed all kinds of pamphlets and given more advice than your labor brain can take in.

Breast or bottle, how to bath your baby, how to change a nappy and at some point down the line, what to expect over the next week and a half whilst your hormones go into complete crazy land. There are so many things to remember but quite often not enough pieces of advice for you to take through from birth to teenage years.

Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Valentine’s Day has always been a part of our annual celebrations, this is the time where we get all mushy and more affectionate. A customary idea of a Valentine’s celebration will include receiving flowers and chocolates and having fancy dinners, but for this year, step-up your game and make it different from before.

With May Sparkling Juice, there’s something to suit every mood and situation!

4 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

1. For Couples. Rekindle the romance and plan for an adventure. Create a trail of clues and lead your date to your actual gift through a game like truth or dare. It’s not only exciting; it will also remind you of your relationship’s milestones. Toast to memorable fun times together and discover a rekindled love before the night ends.

2. For Singles. Who says Valentine’s Day isn’t for you? Gather your single friends and create a movie garden! Prepare a ham and cheese platter, pop open that bottle of May Sparkling Juice, and play that romantic movie you’ve always wanted to watch. It might be chilly outside but you have warm bodies beside you to make you feel that being single is definitely alright.

3. For family with kids. Celebrating the love month with your family? Make it an affair to remember for the little ones. A casino themed party is perfect for guests of all ages. Let the adults enjoy poker and fill the kiddie corner with a variety of game boards to choose from. Prepare snacks and fizz, and just roll the dice!

4. For you and your office-mates. Pulling off a mandatory all-nighter at the workplace? Your night doesn’t have to be boring. Create small stations like that of a Fair that your office mates can go to. Your Fair can have a marriage booth, a jail booth, a chocolate and candy corner, write-a-card corner, and a music booth. To keep things in control, organize a dry, no alcohol party – a perfect set-up for a non-alcoholic but pleasantly enjoyable beverage such as May Sparkling Juice! Activities depend on how strict your office’s policies are.

If for some reason you are celebrating this day solo, buy yourself a nice meal. Pour yourself a glass of ice cold May Sparkling Juice and treat yourself to a relaxing warm bath. The ecstatic feeling is just as wonderful!

Wherever you choose to celebrate this special day, in a relationship or not, popping open a bottle of May Sparkling Juice is sure to make your celebration a grand one. A wholesome and welcoming non-alcoholic beverage, May Sparkling Juice is a flavorful fizzy drink without the added sugar or preservatives. It is extracted from the highest quality of red and white grapes, and is proudly Belgium-made.

Monday, February 13, 2017

Last January, 2017, Fly Ace Corporation introduced another high-quality product that recently hit the stores nationwide: Germany’s no.1 Langnese Honey. A family-owned brand distributed in over 45 countries, Langnese Honey is primarily known for its purest and most versatile flavors.

Honey is considered one of nature’s sweetest gifts from nectar that’s collected by bees and naturally broken into simple sugar. With the constant fanning of the bees’ wings, evaporation takes place in the unique design of the honeycomb that produces the thick, syrupy liquid we now know as honey. Interestingly, the color and flavor of honey is an indicator of its type of flower nectar collected by bees, thus leaves consumers with more flavor options.

Here are five facts that make Langnese Honey a game changer that will reboot your appreciation for high-quality honey:

1. Highest quality and purity since 1927.

Langnese Honey is a family-owned brand for nine decades; it’s also a reputable market leader with a seal of approval from Germany’s Honey Ordinance and European Standard Basic Principles that strictly requires the safest and unadulterated quality. Meaning, it should be raw, unfiltered, and residue-free, with a limit of between 16% - 21% water content only. With Langnese Honey, it doesn’t only surpass these requirements, its name is a seal of guarantee that nothing is added nor removed from it!

2. No short cuts and no compromise.

Ever wondered what makes Langnese Honey truly satisfying? Its serious commitment to quality and purity puts a premium importance on selection and processing, market analysis, coupled with direct and long-standing relationship with the beekeepers in the countries of origin. Much more, it also boasts a plethora of certifications from International Featured Standards (IFS) Kosher, and Halal that are true marks of its reliable source.

3. Pollen-packed and certified safe.

Did you know that when a honey comes back negative for pollen test, it’s a sure sign of ultra-processing? That shouldn’t be the case, according to the makers of Langnese Honey Fürsten - Reform’s Export Manager Mark Baumgärtner, “Absence of pollens in the honey means there’s no way to determine whether the honey came from legitimate and safe sources, as verified as well by the German Honey Directive and World Health Organization. Langnese Honey mindfully takes into account the latest scientific findings using modern technology and unfiltered process that effectively determines the origin and type of honey.”

4. Chic and convenient.

Featuring a honey dispenser technology famously known as “Bee Easy”, this chic and convenient packaging is also guaranteed no drip and no stickiness in every serving. Available in 250 g and 500 g PET dispensers, it’s also well loved by kids who find fun and enjoyment with their food. What’s more, you can take delight as you please, as its five yummy flavors might be the best you’ve ever tasted.

5. Five decadent flavors for all types of fete and feasts.

Aside from Langnese Honey’s credible process and source, there’s none quite like its well-balanced, rich, and golden flavors that’s arguably highly nutritious! Considered a staple for its subtle and mildly sweet taste, Acacia is the ultimate breakfast companion that lends character to teas, cereals, and desserts. Golden Clear on the other hand, offers a sweet antidote to dips, salads, cocktails, and hot drinks, or to just about anything. Meanwhile, cooks and foodies can never go wrong with Black Forest that’s surely a luscious ingredient from the straightforward to the flashy recipes. While Wild Flower is pretty much suited for sweetening all types of food and beverage, it makes breads and pastries tastier and way healthier instead of refined sugar. Last but not the least, Lavender is also lovely for sweetening all types of beverages like tea and is a luscious spread on breads.

“Fly Ace Corporation is proud to welcome Langnese Honey in the Philippines, as we reinforce our commitment to bring the best of the world’s food and beverages to the Filipinos.” concludes Fly Ace Corporation President Jun Cochanco.

“When it comes to honey, there’s a reason why Langnese has been around for decades and a consistent market leader all these years--its name is the ultimate representation of what a real and reliable honey should be. “

Saturday, February 11, 2017

We all know how much the internet has to offer in our everyday life. It makes it easier to shop, easier to find information, easier to start a business, and easier to share your thoughts with communities and blogs. But it can also be a bit lawless. You don’t want your children getting too exposed to the kind of things you would keep them away from in the real world. But you don’t have to cut them off from the digital world completely. Instead, you can do a little more to make sure they’re using the internet as safely and as responsibly as possible.

Everyone, including kids, needs hobbies. Hobbies can be stepping stones for our children’s careers later on in life, and help them to develop skills, as well as learn a lot about themselves in the process. There are all kinds of hobbies our kids could take up, but this post is going to focus on why all kids should have a hobby that keeps them active!

Friday, February 10, 2017

As of posting, it's just four more days before Valentine’s Day, and if you’re anything like the average person, you’re probably already getting a little anxious because you haven’t actually managed to get something for your partner yet. Let’s face it: Christmas was less than two months ago and you probably used up all your best ideas then. Romance sometimes dries up a little after you’ve been together for a while and if you’re finding yourself trying to decide between new oven gloves that they need or a power drill that you wish they’d use to finally put up that picture, then stop right there: check out these Valentine’s Day gift ideas instead.

Every homeowner’s nightmare is getting a very noticeable stain right in the middle of their carpets. There are many stains that are not removable, and very bad stains could result in the homeowner having to get the whole room recarpeted. However, you will be very happy to hear that those days are very much in the past! In fact, these days there are now lots of different ways to remove stains, so you will never have to strategically place a piece of furniture or mat to cover up an unsightly stain again!

Here are some great stain removal products that make cleaning carpets as easy as ABC!

Modern life is not only busy, but it is also stressful for moms who are trying to look after their families and their households in the best possible way. Unfortunately, us moms can easily feel rushed for time, especially when we need to take care of the well-being of our small ones and their less small! There is a lot to do and to look after when it comes to maintaining the house, keeping healthy cooking habits, feeling beautiful in your skin, and looking for possibilities to make an additional income to help the house budget. Thankfully, modern life also comes with an additional advantage, and this is technology! Without the precious help of technology, how many mothers could now happily lead a busy and successful family life? Housewives of today have all the tools we need to make our lives easier and to help us keep successfully ahead of the needs of our household.

When you’re a Mom, looking good is so much harder than it was before you had children. You don’t have the same amount of time to spend getting ready, and instead are dedicating it to dressing little people; you probably don’t have the same amount of money to spend on the products that you used to love, knowing that there are better and more deserving things that your cash now needs to fund. Some mothers ditch the makeup altogether, as they don’t have the room for it in their change bags - again, instead of cash that can be used for other things, it’s space that can be used for something a bit more important.

But stop right there! You are important too. You deserve to look good, you deserve to feel great. You don’t have to give your life up just because you are looking after another one. Keep your makeup bag compact and stick to the essentials, and you’ll already be so many steps ahead of those who don’t.

Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Athena loves Jolly Cow Fresh Milk. This photo is her wining entry to the #JollyCowHappy Promo on Facebook!

Jolly Cow Fresh Milk, the deliciously creamy milk loved by the whole family, is proud to announce its participation as the Official Milk Sponsor to the 2017 Philippine Coffee Championships – the battle royale of competitive coffee making in the country. The Philippine Coffee Championships will take place on March 2 to 4, 2017 at Hall A of the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City, and will run concurrent to the Philippine Restaurant, Café & Bar Expo, the premiere sourcing event dedicated to the business of restaurant, café and bar.

Lemon infused in your water is a great hit because of the bunch of health benefits it provides. But did you know, with wheatgrass and lemon combined into one, you’re likely to get hooked for its zesty taste and double dose of detoxification and weight loss benefits.

Moving house is one of the most stressful things that you can do. Not only is it incredibly time consuming but it can also be very disconcerting for your family if you have kids. They might be upset that their usual environment is changing and as a parent it’ll probably be tough for you to help them out when you’re so preoccupied with the move itself. Luckily there are some things you can do to make your house move easier on everyone…

Time flies so fast and children grows up fast too! Now, if you have children who are about to come up to their teenage years, you are probably starting to get worried about puberty. Everyone goes through this phase, but that doesn’t make it any easier on any of us. The hormonal and physical changes that teenagers go through can be very hard for them to deal with, but their reaction to puberty can be hard for the rest of their family. I’m sure everyone knows the bad reputation that teens have for being short-tempered and moody! But don’t worry, there are ways you can make puberty easier on your teen and your family. Read on for the parent’s survival guide to puberty!

Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Sometimes, life doesn’t go quite according to plan, and we can find ourselves in some major financial difficulties without much of an idea of how we got there, or how we’re going to dig ourselves out. If you’re a young adult and life seems to have crept up on you, it’s essential to get a handle on your personal finances before they overwhelm you. Here are three of the biggest financial challenges young people commonly face.

While many say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, there is also a sense of natural features that people need to remember. The beholder, the one who finds you beautiful, knows all your features, all your beauty spots, all your curves and your flats, all your chubby and skinny bits, all your too big or your too small self-criticism, and still sees beauty in you. And that is because everyone has a form of natural beauty, and there is no need to always distract from the elements that you hate in your appearance, because these may just be what makes your special charm. You are beautiful, and it’s time to show it!

Monday, February 6, 2017

I recently saw a bloggers DIY list that she wanted to do in 2017. The one on the list I'm interested on is getting the spare room sorted. The spare room can turn into a guest bedroom eventually, but it can serve some better purposes in the meantime, more than just housing the TV and a bookcase. Here are the options I have in mind.

It can often be something of a challenge, trying to get organised for a holiday. No matter who you are or where it is you intend to go, it can be difficult knowing what it is that you really need. There is plenty of advice out there on the subject, and not much of it agrees with one another. In this post, we are going to attempt to answer the question once and for all: what are the only things that you really need to remember for your next travels? Let’s take a look and see if we can narrow it down as much as possible.

Sunday, February 5, 2017

Foodpanda, the leading global online food delivery marketplace, makes online food delivery more convenient and affordable for its customers. This year, the company will continue to provide and allow their busy and hungry customers to discover and access extensive food options in key cities and urban centers by introducing the significant changes in their delivery scheme.

This 2017, foodpanda customers will enjoy big, bold crazy offers that include a P59 peso fixed delivery fee, deletion of the usual service fee, and a lower minimum order value starting at P200.00 exclusive for in-house foodpanda delivery!

“With the substantial growth of foodpanda in the Philippines, we are happy to share this latest development in our offering. We owe it to our customers that is why we are committed to continue finding ways to provide them with great food options and an affordable delivery scheme right at their fingertips,” says Mr. Iacopo Rovere, foodpanda Philippines CEO.

In the Philippines, foodpanda was launched in June 2014 and has grown to over 1,000 partner restaurants nationwide with more than 30 cuisines to choose from. From delectable Asian delicacies to mouthwatering Italian food there is definitely something for everyone. Some of the popular restaurants to order from are Bonchon, Juju Eats, CPK, Wendy’s, Pepper Lunch, Yoshinoya, and Frankie’s. Customers can definitely enjoy their favorite food anytime and anywhere. Customers can also place their order up to 1 week in advance if they are planning to celebrate something.

Since its launch here in the Philippines, 2 years ago, foodpanda has been charging a fixed delivery fee of P30 plus a service fee of 15% from the total food bill.

foodpanda aims to increase the order frequency and encourage service usage by highlighting its affordability via its latest offering. Now, customers can order as much as they want to and just pay a fix delivery fee of P59 without worrying about the service fee, on top of that, customer can even choose to pay online with their credit card, PayPal, or even with cash upon delivery. The new delivery scheme will also prove to be helpful for partner restaurants to boost growth, increase their reach and acquire new customers.

Founded on May 2012 by Ralf Wenzel, with its headquarter in Berlin (Germany), foodpanda operates in more than 67 cities across five continents and have partnered with over 300,000 restaurants globally. Foodpanda enables restaurants to become visible to mobile app and web users, thus customers can directly order their favorite restaurant meals via foodpanda’s website or smartphone app. The foodpanda app is powered by tech giants Delivery Hero and Rocket Internet and is available in the App Store and Google Play Store for free.

Truly, foodpanda is working around the clock to make it the most powerful online tool for food delivery. Now you can save your time, energy, and money while enjoying delicious food from your favorite restaurant at the comfort of your own home, office, or wherever you are.

Simply download the foodpanda app or go to www.foodpanda.ph to place your order and wait for your food to be delivered at your doorsteps!

Saturday, February 4, 2017

When one becomes a mom, a lot of things will change. And, the amount of confidence that you can lose in what is arguably the most pivotal time of your life is nothing but upsetting. Clothes that you wore pre-pregnancy may not fit in any way at all, skin can change (both in terms of stretch marks appearing and general condition), your mood and temperament can be all over the place and all of this is happening while you’ve got to try and look after another human being - when all you want to do is try and look after yourself and get back to rights. It’s a tough time.

You’re not alone. Almost every other mother feels like this at some point, and those who don’t show it are hiding it well. Put a bit of time into yourself and you will be back to feeling like you in no time (not the old you, though - you’ll realize you’ve come a long way since her).

Everybody can use a little extra cash from time to time, but where does this “little extra cash” come from?! There are many ways to make a bit of side money online, but these opportunities can be pretty elusive, and even when you find one you’re normally competing with many other online workers for the same job. Another option is to look for what we can make ourselves, and one thing we can all do is restore old furniture. It’s simple: we make old, make look like new, and then sell for a handsome profit. Sounds too good to be true? It really isn’t! Read on...

Friday, February 3, 2017

I belong to a family of musicians, well except me I guess (haha). Both my parents can sing and play the guitar, my eldest brother can sing, play the bass, guitar and the keyboard, my other brother can sing, play the keyboard and the drums and my sister sings too, play the guitar and the keyboard as well. When I was a kid, I can't sing, but I learned eventually. However, I can't play any musical instrument, my family attempted to teach me play the guitar and the piano but I wasn't just that determined to learn before, which I really regret.

Planning a birthday party for our children could be quite stressful because we want to make it a special moment for everyone involved, especially our children right? Family members, friends, and our child’s friends (and maybe even family if you know them) should all be invited to make it an occasion worthy of how brilliant and loved your child is. A lot of parents simply decide to hold the birthday party in their home, but this can be more stressful. From answering the door constantly to invitees, to the phone ringing with people wanting to wish your child happy birthday, to preparing the party food, to making sure everyone has a drink, to unwrapping the presents and taking photos of your child, all aspects of a party at home can mean you will not enjoy the occasion as much as you had hoped.

There is an answer to this, though. Hold the party somewhere else where any potential stress will be taken away from you and you can relax and enjoy the party completely. There will be lots of venues in your area which will be more than happy to cater for your needs. If you would like a bouncy castle and soft play area, contact indoor play centers, organized if you would like a day of fun and adventure then it may be worthwhile to contact an outdoor skate park or local nature reserves. If you would like it to be a calm and mature affair, contact restaurants in your area. It will be surprising how many venues cater for children’s parties. Hiring a venue will cost considerably more than holding a party at home, but it does mean all the work will be done for you.

Thursday, February 2, 2017

I know February has just begun and Valentines Day is yet to come. But what the heck, I'm already excited about summer! Finally, a time to relax and unwind with friends and family. But for us mommies, it's always a bit more stressful going traveling with kids. After all, we have to make sure they stay safe and sound during the journey. And you have to go somewhere which has everything you require to keep the kids busy. However, it doesn’t have to be stressful if you plan everything in advance. Therefore, here are some important things every mom should consider if you go traveling with kids.

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Hi! I'm Pearl and I'm the mom behind "She's The Mom" so shall I say "I'm the Mom"? lol I am a 20-something full time mom turned (Freelancer) work at home mom. Nurse by profession and a writer by heart. I have 3 lovely kids; Tristan, Athena and Brianna. I am married with my soulmate Jaear. And this space is my online journal where I express and share with everyone my musings as a mom.

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